We live in a time when viral headlines travel faster than verified facts, and artificial intelligence can create content that looks real but isn’t. During election campaigns, this becomes more than just noise — it becomes a threat to democracy.
Misinformation in elections can mislead voters, shift public opinion unfairly, and even decide election outcomes. That’s why Canadian Active Voice (CAV) is taking this issue seriously.
We believe an informed voter is the foundation of a healthy democracy.
Our message is simple: Don’t be misled. Be informed.
How Does Misinformation Impact Elections?
- It confuses voters by presenting biased or false claims as truth
- It erodes trust in democratic institutions like Elections Canada, media, and government
- It amplifies fear rather than facts, pushing emotional decisions over rational ones
- It undermines fair debate, silencing honest voices and responsible candidates
What makes misinformation in elections especially dangerous is how real it can seem. A post that sounds “almost right” can easily spread before anyone checks if it’s true.
What CAV is Doing
That’s why CAV is building trusted tools and conversations to help Canadians cut through the noise. We provide:
- Verified, non-partisan candidate information
- A powerful civic-tech tool: the CanadianVoteMatrix, helping voters compare platforms by issue
- Fireside Chats that connect real people with real leaders — no spin, no soundbites
- Educational blogs, videos, and content that break down key issues in simple, clear language
Here’s What You Can Do to Fight Misinformation
- Check sources before sharing anything online
- Ask questions — not just to others, but also to yourself
- Rely on non-partisan platforms like CAV to guide your research
- Encourage your network — friends, family, colleagues — to do the same
Democracy Needs Informed Voters
Democracy doesn’t just need voters. It needs informed voters.
It needs people who can tell the difference between noise and truth, between manipulation and dialogue.
You can be one of them. Use your voice, but more importantly — know what it stands for.
Explore verified election resources and help us build a more informed Canada at:
www.canadianactivevoice.ca